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Kite Flying Weather
31 January 2022

Regular park visitor Rodney Yates caught this lovely image of a red kite flying over the park. The distinctive forked tail and russet colouring makes identification very easy. Once a rarity in the UK red kite are increasing in numbers so keep your eyes peeled.
If you spot anything interesting whilst out on your travels in the country park or around Mill Lakes please let us know.
If you spot anything interesting whilst out on your travels in the country park or around Mill Lakes please let us know.
Ceremonial Tree Planting
30 January 2022

Yesterday at around 11am some Friends gathered in the Winding Engine House compound to help plant a new crab-apple. Several people took a turn with the spade to settle in the tree and photos of them in action can be found in the gallery.
The tree will form the focus of The Darling Buds of May event which will celebrate the trees of our native woodland later this year.
The tree will form the focus of The Darling Buds of May event which will celebrate the trees of our native woodland later this year.
There I Was, Diggin' This Hole...
28 January 2022
Yesterday you may have seen two gentlemen digging a large hole by the Dynamo House. They were following a map with a point marked X but were not looking for treasure. They were preparing a hole for the tree planting happening on Saturday. The tree to be planted is a beautiful crab-apple which will offer spring flowers for the bees, habitat for the summer insects & birds, as well as fruit for everyone in the autumn. There may even be some crab-apple jelly on sale in the Dynamo House if the birds don't beat us to all the fruits. The tree is sponsored by NCC Minor2Major project and will be the focus of an event later in the year called "The Darling Buds of May".
Spotted In The Park
27 January 2022

If you are out & about in the park and spot something interesting please let us know. Mammals, birds, reptiles and insects are all newsworthy along with any budding or blossoming plants. We love to receive your updates, especially if you can capture them in a picture. Send your photos of the park to us on [email protected] like Steve Plewinski did when he snapped this handsome redwing, one of the thrush family.
Cafe Reopening
24 January 2022

After careful consideration we have decided to reopen the Dynamo House Community Cafe on Saturday mornings starting on Saturday 29th January. This will potentially be a busy day in the park as it will be the Bestwood parkrun anniversary race which always attracts more runners than usual. There will also be a special tree planting event in the Winding Engine House compound as a precursor to the planned "Darling Buds of May" event, which will take place later in the year.
We look forward to seeing you at the cafe for drinks and home-made cakes between 10am & 1pm on any future Saturday. Mask wearing inside is not mandatory but would be much appreciated by the staff volunteers whilst you are at the counter.
We look forward to seeing you at the cafe for drinks and home-made cakes between 10am & 1pm on any future Saturday. Mask wearing inside is not mandatory but would be much appreciated by the staff volunteers whilst you are at the counter.
Hedge Your Bets
23 January 2022
The park volunteers have been out laying hedges alongside the pathways recently. This ongoing work creates amazing linear nature reserves for the wildlife in the park whilst keeping stray animals out of certain areas. Keep an eye out for both the volunteers and the results of their efforts over the coming months.
FoBCP Meeting
6 January 2022

Our first meeting of 2022 will be on 10 January at 10am and will take place on Zoom to avoid spreading Covid-19. I know everyone hopes that our next one will be in person but for now you can do your hair, put a nice top over your PJs and meet us on line.
The agenda is set out here and if you would like the link to join the meeting please drop us a line on the contact us form.
The agenda is set out here and if you would like the link to join the meeting please drop us a line on the contact us form.
300 And Counting
5 January 2022

We were delighted to see today that we had passed the milestone of 300 members of our facebook group. If you would like to join in the fun, post some park photos, ask a question or discuss park issues with fellow visitors just apply to join the group. You will need to answer the simple entry questions (it's not a quiz!) - just click here
Happy New Year
1 January 2022
Although there are very few organised events taking place in the park, and the Dynamo House Cafe and Winding Engine House remain closed on Saturdays, we want to remind you that the park is always open. Whether you are running off those extra Christmas pounds, exercising the dog, taking the kids to the adventure playground, birdwatching, meeting up with friends for a coffee on a bench with a view or simply walking for the sheer pleasure of being out in nature, Bestwood Country Park is there for you. With free parking and no entrance fee it's an activity that won't break the bank. We look forward to seeing you enjoying the park in the coming year.
The Early Bird...
22 December 2021

...in this case gets to go on the winter bird walk. Booking is now open for the free guided bird walk in Bestwood Country Park which will be taking place at 8am on Saturday 12 February 2022 and will be lead by Carl Cornish. You need to be 19+ to apply. The form is a bit of a faff but well worth it.
To reserve one of the limited spaces just click on the link to the Inspire website and book your place today. Winter Bird Walk - Bestwood Country Park
To reserve one of the limited spaces just click on the link to the Inspire website and book your place today. Winter Bird Walk - Bestwood Country Park
Dynamo House & WEH Closure - Update
16 December 2021
After discussions with our shift leaders, a decision has regretfully been taken, in light of the rising corona virus infections, to temporarily suspend our Dynamo House Cafe and Winding Engine House Tours on Saturday mornings. The volunteer team will be reviewing the situation every week, and we will let you know when we plan to re-open. One guess is that it may be mid to late January.
Meanwhile, have a good Christmas. The park will always be there to offer you space to exercise, walk & talk or just enjoy the views and we hope the weather allows you to have some good park walks!
Meanwhile, have a good Christmas. The park will always be there to offer you space to exercise, walk & talk or just enjoy the views and we hope the weather allows you to have some good park walks!
Dynamo House Closure
3 December 2021
Don't be too downhearted - it's only for one day - The Dynamo House will NOT be open on Saturday 25 December, for obvious reasons. However, to compensate for this we will be open on Sunday 26th December instead. So if you find yourself with those Boxing Day blues, take a walk in the park and drop by the Dynamo House Cafe between 10am and 1pm and I'm sure it will cheer your day.
Getting To The Nub Of It
30 November 2021

Last Saturday a reporter from the Hucknall Nub News visited us at the Dynamo House to enjoy our coffee & cakes and to find out a little more about the place. Nick had chanced upon the cafe the previous week but had been too late to buy any of our cakes as we had sold out. This time he made sure that he was in good time so as not to miss out. He also took the time to chat to the volunteers & take a few photos.
To read Nick's article in the Hucknall Nub News click here. You could then scroll down through the other interesting articles and maybe even subscribe to the newsfeed. It's well worth a read.
To read Nick's article in the Hucknall Nub News click here. You could then scroll down through the other interesting articles and maybe even subscribe to the newsfeed. It's well worth a read.
Smoke Signals
14 November 2021
Anyone out in the park around lunchtime today would have seen plumes of smoke rising into the sky from the Hucknall direction. A large fire had broken out in a recycling depot in the Wigwam Lane area and smoke could be seen for many miles. Several people captured images of the spectacle including our Chair, Rob Carlyle, who took this dramatic image from a high point in the country park.
Autumn Colours
14 November 2021
Helen Swain sent us some images of the autumn colours in the park from this morning. If you would like to see them they are in the 2021 gallery.
On A Cold & Frosty Morning
7 November 2021

Helen Swain was out in the park this morning despite the recent dip in temperature. She captured some big skies, the lonely Winding House and a few of the plants hanging on into the winter months which help to support the wildlife.
If you would like to see more of her beautiful photos just click over to the 2021 gallery.
If you would like to see more of her beautiful photos just click over to the 2021 gallery.
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News from October 2020 - November 2018 is stored on our News Archive page here.
News from October 2018 - November 2016 is stored on our News Archive page here.
News from October 2016 - November 2015 is stored on our News Archive page here.
News from November 2015 and before is stored on our News Archive page here.